1956 Citroen DS vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1962 MG Midget is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 502 kg more than 1962 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 MG Midget is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | DS | Midget |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2032 mm |
